Is data the new oil?

As new technologies emerge and become more established, the role played by data will become more prominent

Here’s how GCC nationals can get a US passport

Stuart Ferguson, CEO of American Dream, explains the two main ways regional applicants can approach US citizenship-by-investment

Dubai property market will see upturn in 2017- KPMG

What will the Dubai property market look like post Expo 2020?

Matthew Gregory, head of property sales at dubizzle Property, looks ahead to 2021 and the impact of Expo 2020 on Dubai’s property market

How the Dubai 2020 legacy will change your business in the UAE

Dubai’s expo will have a big impact on the local economy, creating thousands of jobs and boosting the UAE’s GDP for over a decade

Why customer connection is key for F&B franchises in the GCC

For a lot of global franchise brands, the Middle East is still a relatively small market

Building the future of railways in the GCC

Well-developed railway infrastructures can help drive sustainability

Why storytelling matters in CSR

David Thompson, marketing communications officer at Emirates Nature-WWF, explains how to make your CSR campaigns more impactful

Here’s how you can drive sustainability through your savings

Our savings give us a strong voice and a unique opportunity to influence and deliver real impact in the world that we live in

Which are the best sectors to work in if you are an expat in the GCC?

The healthcare, oil and gas, and education sectors seem to be those that are offering the most improved benefits

Why customer experience is key for banks in the UAE

Strategies based on pricing or new products are unlikely to be unique differentiators in the banking sector

How to protect your UAE real estate through gifting or probate

When a UAE property owner dies, their assets will be distributed in accordance with an interpretation of Sharia law

Five tips to help you choose the right business partner

Take your time and only enter the relationship if it feels right, says Anisha Sagar

High oil supply disruptions set stage for next slump

Political disruptions could lead the market will become even tighter in the second half of 2019, says Reuters’ analyst John Kemp

The shift towards personalised healthcare in the UAE

Christian Schuhmacher, CEO of King’s College Hospital London in the UAE, on the multiple benefits of personalised care

Property investment in Dubai: Why smaller units can mean bigger returns

Automatically going for the largest apartments you can afford is best avoided, says Michael Burke

How medical zoning could save the UAE’s healthcare industry

Medical zoning – careful regulation of land development for medical facilities – will hugely benefit the healthcare sector

Why the events industry must take a leap forward

CEO of Futurous, Philippe Blanchard, reveals how the events industry can help society adapt to a high-tech future

How Earth Hour UAE is redefining our relationship with the planet

Helena Carless, communications director at Emirates Nature-WWF, explains some of the main benefits of Earth Hour

Why population health management is key to a healthier UAE

Shainoor Khoja, chief impact officer at Right Health, explains how technology can help boost wellbeing across the emirates

How satellites can bridge the digital divide

Chairman and CEO of Thales, Patrice Caine, explains how existing satellite technology can provide universal Internet access

Why Saudi’s family businesses need to focus on succession planning

Family businesses need to have a solid family constitution and corporate governance framework in place

How GCC retail can succeed in a millennial world

Panos Linardos, chairman of Retail Leaders Circle MENA, on how millennials are changing the face of retail

Five key skills needed to work in start-ups in the MENA region

With the region encouraging entrepreneurship, more jobs are expected to be available for graduates in start-ups

The importance of building a culture of candour in the region

Why building a workplace culture of openness is key to economic success 

Understanding the ‘Sustainable Blue Economy’

Director general of Emirates Nature-WWF, Laila Mostafa Abdullatif, explains how we can unlock the opportunities of the ocean

Struggle to survive: Can smaller UAE healthcare providers come out on top?

By joining forces within a larger network, independent healthcare providers can increase their efficiency and their purchasing power

Three ways you can get more from end-of-service benefits in the Middle East

Few regional companies put money aside into separate savings accounts for their ESB fund

Why regional banks and fintech firms should seek partnership models

Digitisation not only requires IT investment but a fundamental change in the business model

Five points for GCC expats to consider when planning their retirement

Deciding where to retire is a key part of the planning process

The rise of securitisation and the assets that are set to soar

The motivation for the securitisation is to carve out the best assets on the balance sheet and seek asset-backed financing on better terms